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Ampla, a Lender to Consumer Brands, Faces Financial Struggles

Ampla, which lent money to smaller businesses that sold clothing, home furnishings and other items directly to consumers, is struggling financially and seeking a buyer.

Macy’s Reports Another Drop in Sales

The largest department store chain in the United States has not reported an increase in comparable-store sales since early 2022.

Walmart Opens the Year With Stronger Sales and Profit

The largest U.S. retailer had robust quarterly results and an upbeat outlook, giving insight into how consumers are weathering high interest rates.

Walmart Is Shutting Health Centers After Plan to Expand

The 51 locations, next to Supercenters, proved too costly to be profitable, the retailer said.

Walmart Introduces a New Store Brand for ‘Quality Food’

The Better Goods store brand will carry plant-based, gluten-free and higher-end food and could help the retailer attract more affluent shoppers.

How Supplement Stores Are Trying to Tap Into the Ozempic Boom

GNC and the Vitamin Shoppe are redesigning displays and taking other steps to appeal to people who are taking or are interested in drugs like…

‘Pay Later’ Lenders Have an Issue With Credit Bureaus

Firms like Experian and TransUnion say it is time for “buy now, pay later” loans to appear on consumer credit reports. The lenders aren’t ready…

Will A.I. Boost Productivity? Companies Sure Hope So.

Economists doubt that artificial intelligence is already visible in productivity data. Big companies, however, talk often about adopting it to improve efficiency.

With TikTok Under Fire, Brands That Rely on It Worry

Many companies, particularly in the beauty and fashion industries, have boosted sales through the platform. They don’t really have a backup plan.

Beauty Stores Like Sephora Draw Teens Driven by Social Media

Sephora has emerged as a retailer of choice among teenagers and preadolescents. Its new chief executive sees both a challenge and an opportunity.